In one sense, medical malpractice is a deeply personal subject, involving a patient's health and the care they receive from medical professionals. In another sense, it's a politically and legally charged subject that attracts a great deal of attention of state...
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Professional Malpractice
Defending against claims of attorney-client privilege violations
In Alaska, attorneys work hard to get their law degree. Part of becoming an attorney and maintaining good standing to retain a law license is understanding ethical concepts like attorney-client privilege. People who hire an attorney might think they know the law...
Ethics complaints for real estate professionals
There's a lot of money on the line with any real estate transaction in Alaska. When anything goes wrong with a real estate deal, various parties will start looking for someone to blame, and hopefully to win back some of the money they lost. Sometimes this means one...
Tips for preparing for mediation in your malpractice case
If you’ve been accused of professional malpractice, you’re probably worried about what the allegations mean for your future and your career. The outcome of your case can also have a tremendous impact on your and your business’s financial stability. With all of that in...
Should you settle the medical malpractice claim against you?
Nobody wants to be sued. And if you’re a medical professional, you know that mere allegations of wrongdoing can negatively impact your reputation and your practice. That means a medical malpractice claim made against you can have long-lasting implications for your...
“Overwork” the leading cause of legal malpractice suits
An Alaska legal malpractice suit has the potential to upend your career, making it difficult to support yourself or your family. Many professional malpractice suits involving lawyers result from similar circumstances, with “overwork” now serving as the leading cause...
What to do as the subject of a dental malpractice lawsuit
Facing an Alaska dental malpractice claim may have you feeling anxious about the future of your career, and your fears may have merit. While dental malpractice claims are less common than traditional medical malpractice claims, they still have the potential to cost...
Being prepared for medical board complaints
Doctors normally obtain insurance and plan against a possible private malpractice lawsuit. But physicians, physician assistants and podiatrists, like other licensed professionals, may have to confront a complaint submitted to their licensing board. This has the...
Did a conflict of interest occur?
Engaging with legal representation in Alaska can often be a complex and stressful process. This comes as little surprise to attorneys themselves, yet some may not quite comprehend the impact felt by clients. It is likely for this very reason why those attorneys that...
4 tips for avoiding legal malpractice claims
Whether it is an honest mistake or an unhappy client, you will likely face at least one malpractice claim during your legal career. There are steps you can take to reduce the number of claims you are likely to face. These tips can help. 1. Create a system for tracking...